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Desktop Application Developer Jobs in Washington

DAn Solutions

VDI Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

Experience performing engineering work associated with the design, development, maintenance, and testing of infrastructure for desktop application packaging and deployment technologies Knowledge of ...

DAn Solutions

VDI Engineer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

Experience performing engineering work associated with the design, development, maintenance, and testing of infrastructure for desktop application packaging and deployment technologies Knowledge of ...

DAN Solutions

VDI Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

As a VDI Engineer supporting the Government, you will be trusted to engineer new and improved ... desktop application packaging and deployment technologies⦁ Knowledge of Citrix XenApp ...

DAn Solutions

VDI Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

As a VDI Engineer supporting the Government, you will be trusted to engineer new and improved ... desktop application packaging and deployment technologies • Knowledge of Citrix XenApp ...

Venturegloballng

Desktop Engineer

Arlington, VA

$103K - $117K/yr

Desktop Engineer Located: Arlington Summary We are seeking to welcome a Desktop Engineer to our ... Experience with patching and application deployment using SCCM or other MDM tools such as InTune ...

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Venture Global, Inc.

Desktop Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$103K - $117K/yr

Desktop Engineer Located: Arlington Summary We are seeking to welcome a Desktop Engineer to our ... Experience with patching and application deployment using SCCM or other MDM tools such as InTune ...

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How much do desktop application developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for desktop application developer in Washington is $59.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.93 and $68.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a desktop application developer?

A Desktop Application Developer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining software applications that run on desktop operating systems like Windows, macOS, and Linux. They work with programming languages such as C#, Java, Python, or C++ and utilize frameworks like .NET, Qt, or Electron. Their duties include debugging, optimizing performance, and ensuring a seamless user experience. Developers may also collaborate with UX/UI designers, testers, and other developers to create functional and efficient applications.

What does a desktop application developer do?

A Desktop Application Developer usually spends their day designing, coding, testing, and maintaining software applications for desktop environments. Common tasks include collaborating with product managers to clarify requirements, debugging and resolving issues, and writing clear documentation for end users or other developers. Developers may also participate in team meetings, code reviews, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. The role often requires balancing independent work with close teamwork to ensure features are delivered on time and meet quality standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a desktop application developer?

To thrive as a Desktop Application Developer, you need strong programming skills in languages such as C#, Java, or C++, combined with experience in software design and debugging. Familiarity with development environments like Visual Studio, version control systems such as Git, and sometimes certifications in relevant technologies can be beneficial. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and good communication skills help you understand requirements and collaborate effectively with other teams. These skills ensure the delivery of reliable, user-friendly desktop applications that meet business and user needs.

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Software Engineer in Test - C# / WPF

CaseGuard

Arlington, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and driven Software Engineer in Test to join our desktop application team. This role is focused on ensuring the quality and reliability of our WPF-based application through a combination of manual UI testing, automated test development, and integration testing. You will champion quality throughout the development cycle and own the release-readiness signal, working closely with developers to build a robust testing culture and infrastructure.
What You Will Do:
  • Design, develop, and maintain test cases, integration tests, and end-to-end test suites for a WPF desktop application built with C# and .NET Framework.
  • Perform thorough manual UI testing, including exploratory testing to surface edge cases and regressions.
  • Automate UI interactions and workflows using desktop automation frameworks (e.g. FlaUI) to build a reliable, repeatable test suite.
  • Verify media outputs: frame-accurate redaction checks, golden-file comparisons, and tolerance-based validation of AI detection results across GPU and CPU execution paths.
  • Collaborate with developers and product teams to understand feature requirements and define testable acceptance criteria.
  • Identify and document bugs with clear reproduction steps, root-cause analysis, and priority assessment; create and track bug tickets through resolution.
  • Participate in code reviews to provide input on testability, coverage gaps, and quality standards.
  • Contribute to a test-driven development (TDD) culture by writing tests alongside feature development and advocating for testability in design decisions.
  • Maintain and improve CI/CD pipeline integration so automated tests run consistently on every build.
Qualifications (Required):
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
  • 2+ years of experience in a software testing, QA engineering, or SDET role.
  • Proficiency in C# and experience with .NET Framework.
  • Hands-on experience writing and maintaining unit tests and integration tests using frameworks such as MSTest, NUnit or xUnit.
  • Experience performing manual UI testing for desktop or complex GUI applications.
  • Familiarity with WPF concepts (data binding, MVVM pattern, control hierarchy) sufficient to navigate and inspect the application under test.
  • Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to reproducing and documenting issues.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Qualifications (Nice to Have):
  • Experience automating WPF or Windows desktop UI interactions using tools such as FlaUI.
  • Demonstrated practice of test-driven development (TDD) or behavior-driven development (BDD).
  • Experience integrating automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
  • Familiarity with performance profiling and identifying UI responsiveness or rendering bottlenecks in WPF applications.
  • Experience with SQL or embedded databases used by desktop applications.
  • Knowledge of accessibility testing standards and tools for Windows desktop applications.
  • Familiarity with static analysis or code quality tools in the .NET ecosystem.
  • Experience introducing test coverage to a large legacy codebase.
Benefits:
  • Competitive Salary
  • Stock Option
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401K
  • Paid Vacation
  • Ten paid holidays per year
  • Friendly and Learning environment
About CaseGuard
CaseGuard is a software company that helps law enforcement agencies, federal agencies, hospitals, schools, airports, and others manage all their media redaction needs in one easy-to-use redaction software. CaseGuard Studio is one of a kind. Our team is driven by a passion for great software design, creating great products, and creative processes; CaseGuard implements innovative ideas across multiple services and agencies. We invest in people. We nurture skills consistent with our values and our future strategy. Our passionate pursuit of excellence, the application of our creativity to solve our clients' challenges, our technical expertise, and our collaborative spirit are measures of our success.

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